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Political Satire, 2005.
This paper is an essay stating that political satire unwittingly undermines American political discourse.
1,520 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 50.95
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This paper explains that, in a world of complexity and near incomprehensibility, nothing compares to straightforward, insightful analysis of current events and news media, plainly expressed with words, particularly nouns, adjectives and even verbs, space permitting. The author gives examples of over-simplification, glossing over and distorting the truth for purposes of humor such as "The Onion" headlining article, which satirically reports of the success of the National Gay and Lesbian Recruitment Task Force in socializing children to become homosexuals. The paper concludes that an ideal society demands that its citizens first look to the news media for knowledge because, if instead people seek information from clowns and jesters, then they may soon become the same buffoons whom they adore.
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"Chapter five of "America" seeks to ridicule the judicial branch of the American federal government. The salient technique of the chapter, as well as the rest of the book involves oversimplifying the processes of government, glossing over important concepts of our government, and in the worst cases, severely distorting the truth, in effect, putting laughs over substance. For example, in its explanation of the judicial theory of "strict constructionism," "America" comments that a believer in such an idea "interprets the Constitution according to the language and original intent of the text at the time of its writing, in much the same way as a fundamentalist views the Bible." Is that so? Not in most professional opinions, I would venture."
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Political Humor, 2001.
This paper takes a look at political humor or satire from an American point of view.
800 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 4 sources, $ 28.95
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This paper takes a look at notable satirical cartoons or events through American politics. It also examines the impact that they might have had on political events. The concept of satire as a universal political tool is also dealt with.
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"Most historians accept that political satire inspired the American Revolution. One of the foremost satirists was Dr. Jonathan Mayhew. According to the March 7, 1818 edition of the Niles Weekly Register, Dr. Mayhew was well known in both Europe and America for his publication of a seven sermons during the reign of King George II (Butler, 2000). The most notable is a 1750 sermon on the subject of passive obedience and nonresistance. In it, both Saintship and Martyrdom of King Charles I are proposed."
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Satire in English Literature, 2001.
This paper compares 3 major works of satire in English literature - "Moll Flanders" "Gulliver's Travels" and "Rape of the Lock"
970 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 4 sources, $ 34.95
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This paper explains how satire was one of the most common tools used by writers and poets in the 17th and 18th centuries to either attack the political regime of the time or to highlight the ridiculous traditions of the society. It compares and contrasts three literary works which used this form of expression for political and social purposes.
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"It was a tradition in the English Literature during the seventeenth and early 18th centuries that poets and writers would often use the technique of satire either for political purposes or simply to highlight the idiosyncrasies of the society. In this regard many major English literary figures used satire in their work but while some of them used it to create a light humorous situation, others would give it a very harsh tone, which resulted in some serious problems with those who were targeted in the work."
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Jane Austen's Social Satire, 2007.
This paper discusses how radical Jane Austen's social satire is in "Northanger Abbey".
1,568 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 51.95
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In this article, the writer discusses that although the literary genre of satire, whether politically or socially oriented, is often associated with liberal politics, Jane Austen's novel "Northanger Abbey" demonstrates that satire can also be fundamentally conservative in its political and social aims. The writer points out that Austen's satire in the form of a novel upholds conventional English notions about gender, literature, class, and social mobility by demonstrating the folly that occurs when female propriety, the correct attitude to literature, and class boundaries are transgressed. The writer concludes that Austen frowns upon anything that is disruptive or might change the English social and religious author as eulogized so eloquently by the character Henry.
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"The correct way to read gothic novels is in moderation, neither at the extremes of belief or disbelief of Catherine or Thorpe, and never as models of how society could or should function. Catherine misreads novels because she is immoderately seeped in female influence, in her books and friendships, and John Thorpe misreads novels because he does not care about the arts, good manners or refinement, and is merely trying to elevate his class and financial status through marriage--social mobility through marriage and an ostentatious appearance of course is another sin for Austen. Austen only approves of the sober, male judgment and upholding of class, religious, a moderate but approving attitude towards the arts, and national values, as espoused in the views of Henry."
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Horace, Juvenal, and 18th Century Satire, 2004.
A discussion of the distinction between Horatian and Juvenalian modes of satire as exemplified in 18th century literary writings.
4,039 words (approx. 16.2 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 109.95
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This paper analyzes the influence of Roman satirists, Horace and Juvenal, on 18th century satire. The paper examines the differences of these two modes of satiric writing. Juvenalian satire is harsher, more pointed, and often attacks particular people with an invective attack. Horatian satire is gentler, involving raillery as opposed to railing. The paper puts both these forms of satire into context and discusses the relevant points that arise from John Dryden's text, "Discourse on Satire," in relation to the topic. The paper then analyzes examples of these modes of satire as shown in Alexander Pope's "The Rape of the Lock," which can be seen as Horatian satire, and Jonathan Swift's "A Modest Proposal," which is more Juvenalian. The paper emphasizes how neither of these two texts gives a particularly clear example of the Horatian and Juvenalian forms of satire.
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"Echoes of the works of Roman satirists Horace and Juvenal can be found, often in combination, within various early eighteenth-century (Augustan) satirical works, including Alexander Pope's mock epic The Rape of the Lock (1714) and Jonathan Swift's essay "A Modest Proposal" (1729). Pope's The Rape of the Lock is closer, overall, in terms of its satirical tone and content, to the comparatively gentle and subtle satirical style of Horace, than to the more direct, less subtle or gentle style of Juvenal. However, Swift's "A Modest Proposal", which is neither subtle nor gentle in its social critique, is arguably closer, overall, in both content and tone to the types of works created by Juvenal. Neither work, however, is sufficiently parallel in its style, tone, content, or other characteristics, to the works of either Horace or Juvenal, to warrant its being judged either more "Horatian" or more "Juvenalian" than the other: both works contain elements of both Horatian and Juvenalian satirical styles and modes. Therefore', both Pope's and swift's works to be examined within this essay might be more accurately described as instead being combinations, or juxtapositions, of Horatian, Juvenalian, and other satirical styles; i.e., the results of miscellaneous eighteenth century influences and other influences on their respective authors as well (such as, for example, Pope's social and artistic ambitions, or Swift's acerbic wit and strong personality (Nokes (1987) 101-11; 179-84)."
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The Use of Satire, 2004.
This paper discusses the use of satire in Alexander Pope?s poem, ?The Rape of the Lock?, and Jean Baptiste Moli?re?s play, ?Tartuffe?.
810 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 28.95
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This paper explains that, in ?The Rape of the Lock?, Pope satirizes the human condition, and, in ?Tartuffe?, Moli?re satirizes the religious. The author points out that Pope's ?The Rape of the Lock?, written in the traditional the heroic couplet form, is considered one of best illustrations of what is termed a mock-epic poem. The paper relates that, in ?Tartuffe?, Moli?re also uses satire to comment on society; through the exaggerated characters of Tartuffe and Orgon, he exposes religion and gullibility.
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"Pope also takes a shot at male mentality. For instance, men are depicted as shallow as women are. The Baron devises new ?strategems? (3:120) to achieve his own ends. After he successfully attains the lock of hair, he exclaims, ?The glorious prize is mine!? (3:162) This scene reveals the lack of character of men who seek only to achieve a prize."
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Jonathan Swift's Use of Satire, 2006.
An in depth discussion of Johnathan Swift, and his use of satire within his works and criticisms.
920 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 32.95
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This essay explores Jonathan Swift's use of satire as exemplified in several of his works. The author proposes that Swift used satire in order to criticize the aristocrats and governments prevalent within early 18th century England and Ireland. Also considered are Swift's personal background, his emotional state and the historical context in which he lived and their contribution to his sardonic style.
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"By definition, satire; as it pertains to literature, is a work in which wickedness, vice or folly is attacked through irony, derision, or wit (American Heritage Dictionary). However, after reading the quote I have provided on the title page, you can see that Swift's view of satire embodies a complexity that our modern day dictionaries simply cannot encapsulate. Swift's famous quote on satire challenges people to think of the ways in which we conceive our identities; usually by making comparisons and contrasts with others. Yet, in our most deeply buried layers of character, there are visions of the "other" by which we anchor our separateness; our notion of discrete identity. It is within Swift's infamous text; A Modest Proposal, that we see his complex views of satire utilized in creating an essay that ambiguously criticized the aristocrats, and governments prevalent within early 18th century England and Ireland."
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Seven Qualities of Satire, 2002.
An overview of the literary device of satire and its different qualities.
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This paper is on the topic of satire, and although all individuals are exposed to this form of composition or literary device, it is also the case that there is a more rigorous and formal approach taken by literature scholars on the subject. The focus of this analysis is largely exegetical. A discussion will be made both in terms of the historical use of this form of expression, but also with respect to the particular qualities and attributes which go into defining the topic and subject of satire.
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Romance and Satire in ?As You Like It?, 2004.
An examination of the themes of romance and satire in Shakespeare's play, "As You Like It".
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William Shakespeare?s play, ?As You Like It,? provides us with colorful characters and hidden meanings as reality becomes a blur in the satirical forest of Arden. This paper discusses how the search for freedom combined with exile, the hunt and the passion of love, leads us, as well as the characters, on a journey of discovery. It explains that, through his interesting mix of characters, Shakespeare combines the elements of romance and satire to reveal the beauty of love and the sometimes absurd behavior of lovers. The writer also points out that, while mocking the pretentious, Shakespeare celebrates genuine love in the mystical garden of Arden.
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"Bednarz suggests that Shakespeare focuses on alternatives to the way Jonson mocks morality. Jonson vigorously attacked the pretensions of romantic comedy while Shakespeare responds in larger ways and ?As You Like It? provides us with an excellent example of Shakespeare?s talent in this area. Arden represents the world in which this fairy tale can exist. Arden also provides Shakespeare the perfect setting for his satire. The pastoral setting mirrors reality, and is a place where things are not quite normal. Arden is a place where fiction becomes reality. The garden of Arden allows Shakespeare to twist ideas and situations. As a result, Arden becomes a romantic world shaded with satire."
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Satire in "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn", 2006.
Explains how Mark Twain uses satire in his book to negatively comment on American society.
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The paper analyzes two places in the novel where Twain uses satire and explains what he is trying to prove through this use of irony. The first paragraph serves as an introduction to the piece and the second and third detail specific instances where Twain utilizes his satirical method. The fourth paragraph concludes the essay by summarizing the ideas within it. The paper includes quotations from the novel.
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"Satire is a technique in which a writer uses humor, irony, or exaggeration to expose the wrongs of another group or individual. Mark Twain uses satire in his novel, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, to communicate the problems with nineteenth century American society. Behind the seemingly uncomplicated adventures of a young boy, Huck, and a runaway slave, Jim, Twain subtly uses humor and irony to reveal and hint at ways to correct society's mistakes. Two cases in which Twain utilizes this method are the feud between the Shepherdson and Grangerford families, and the mob scene in Alabama."
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Jonathan Swift's Satire, 2005.
An analysis of Jonathan Swift's treatment of satire in "Gulliver's Travels".
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This paper examines Jonathan Swift's satiric treatment of war in his novel, "Gulliver's Travels" and targets of his satire including political and religious institutions and aspects of human behavior, with numerous examples from the text
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" In Gulliver's Travels Jonathan Swift launches an elaborate satire on many aspects of human behavior as well as against the political and religious institutions of his day. His assaults against thinly veiled and therefore easily ..."
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The Nature of Political Power in Comparative Literature, 2002.
The paper discusses the differences in the way power is portrayed in literary works from different historical eras.
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The main point of the paper is that the way power is portrayed is dependent on the historical era from which the literary work emerges. The paper examines how power is seen in stark terms in many works in which human beings act out power plays fueled by ambition, hatred, lust and similar basic emotions. It also analyzes how in ancient Greece, represented by "The Odyssey", Homer shows human beings not only as power brokers in their own right but as pawns in power struggles among the gods. The paper discusses how Jonathan Swift in "Gulliver's Travels" satirizes the operation of political power in his own era, while Machiavelli in "The Prince" suggests how political power should be taken, utilized, and maintained by the ruler.
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"Machiavelli in The Prince seems to suggest that vice may sometimes replace virtue if the ends can be said to justify the means. This applies to the Prince because for Machiavelli, human nature tends toward evil and needs to be controlled. The ruler is thus given the right to use immoral means to consolidate and preserve the power that is necessary to keep society from disintegrating. The protection of the state is of paramount importance, and the Prince is justified to use whatever means are necessary to see that this is accomplished. However, this does not mean that Machiavelli advocated widespread vice or that he did not understand the need for and the nature of virtue. A morally decadent society would not long stand, and the immorality of the Prince was indeed allowed to enforce the morality of the state itself and to promote morality among the people."
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Satire in "Gulliver's Travels", 2005.
Analyzes the theme of satire in "Gulliver's Travels" by Jonathan Swift.
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In this paper, Jonathan Swift's "Gulliver's Travels" reflects the class status, intellectual elitism and government in England in a satirical format. The different adventures that Gulliver takes reflect the aspects of surrealism and dream-like qualities that deter the arrogant sense of reasoning that many British elites, such as Gulliver, felt about their own intellectual, political and class based initiatives in the world. The paper shows that this relativism of thought and reasoning is the major objective of Swift's satire, as he sought to reflect deeper, symbolic meanings behind each and every one of the stories adventures.
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"This study will analyze the precept of satire, which reflects a deeper form of social criticism in Gulliver's Travels by Jonathan Swift. By understanding the basic societal issues that Swift faced in his day, such as class status, intellectual elitism, and government in England, one can realize how his humor is depicted in the characters of his book. In essence, this novel is humorous on a surface or comedic level for the cynical reader, but relates a far deeper satire in depicting corruption and deviancy on the part of 18^th century English nobility. The beginning of this novel reflects Gulliver's society and the middle-upper class upbringing, which he was raised."
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Satire in Moli?re, Swift and Voltaire, 2005.
This paper discusses the use of satire in Jean Baptiste Moliere's play "Tartuffe", Jonathan Swift's essay "A Modest Proposal" and Francois-Marie Voltaire's "Candide".
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This paper explains that satire is a device that writers utilize to comment of the state of the human condition. The author points out that the character Orgon, in Jean Baptiste Moliere's play Tartuffe, illustrates man's gullibility; Swift, in his essay "A Modest Proposal", emphasizes how man has become insensitive to his fellow man by proposing a logical argument and Voltaire in "Candide" demonstrates the folly of philosophy. The paper states that each author shows how the readers can learn from their behavior if they stop being serious long enough to lighten up and learn to laugh.
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"In Voltaire's "Candide", Pangloss becomes the object of satire. He represents the so-called educated individuals that hold themselves in higher regard than everyone else. We are expected to believe that he is a high-minded philosopher. However, as we learn more about him and listen to what he has to say, we have to question just how intelligent he actually is. In fact, he does not seem to have any sense at all. We find out that he has contracted syphilis and through his dialogue, he traces this disease all the way back to Columbus' voyage. The absurdity does not stop there."
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Methods of Satire, 2002.
A look at the use of satire by Jane Austin in "Northanger Abbey" and by Evelyn Waugh in "The Loved One".
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This three-page undergraduate paper discriminates between the methods of satire used by Jane Austin in "Northanger Abbey" and by Evelyn Waugh in "The Loved One", and focuses upon whether there are any similarities, as well as upon how the authors depicted social criticism through the use of their characters.
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